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Belgian prosecutor seeks to try ex-diplomat over Congolese hero's killing

Belgian prosecutor seeks to try ex-diplomat over Congolese hero's killing 22 hours agoFarouk ChothiaBBC NewsPictorial Parade/Getty ImagesBelgian prosecutors say they are seeking to put on trial a...

Party-loving Brits heading to Spain face huge £26k fines

As temperatures ramp up in the UK, Brits have begun to turn their thoughts to their much-anticipated holidays in Spain this summer - enjoying a sangria while on a beach, or perhaps attending a party...

New law starting in France on July 1 applies to beaches and parks

British holidaymakers could face fines of up to £1,700 this summer if they are caught vaping on beaches where it is prohibited, including popular spots in Spain, France and Italy. A new rule will...

Belgian prosecutor seeks to try ex-diplomat over Congolese hero's killing

Belgian prosecutor seeks to try ex-diplomat over Congolese hero's killing 1 hour agoPictorial Parade/Getty ImagesBelgian prosecutors say they are seeking to put on trial a 92-year-old former diplomat...

‘Hidden treasure’ Greek island without crowds of tourists and over 100 beaches

Despite being just a couple of hours from Athens, one hidden Greek treasure has managed to avoid the throngs of tourists completely. Visitors tend to stop just shy of the northernmost Cycladic island...

Bizarre new way to holiday in Ibiza hailed 'respectful' amid overtourism anger

A Spanish shipping company has come up with a new way to visit the popular island of Ibiza whilst residents battle for a tourism crackdown. Spain is one of the many countries across Europe facing a...

Who were the Iranian commanders killed in Israel's attack?

Who were the Iranian commanders killed in Israel's attack?34 minutes agoKasra Naji, BBC Persian & Alys Davies, BBC NewsAFP/GettyIsrael struck dozens of targets, including nuclear facilities,...

Rachel Reeves rocked as oil price explodes – nightmare tax scenario unfolds

Oil markets are in chaos and the timing could hardly be worse for the UK economy, and our beleaguered Chancellor.Brent crude was falling towards $60 a barrel at the start of this month, as global...

What could have caused Air India plane to crash in 30 seconds?

What could have caused Air India plane to crash within 30 seconds?9 minutes agoSoutik BiswasIndia correspondent•@soutikBBCMatt Murphy & Joshua CheethamBBC VerifyBBCWhat exactly happened to...

These touts made millions - and claimed staff at big ticketing firms helped

These touts made millions - and claimed staff at big ticketing firms helped4 hours agoChi Chi Izundu and James StewartBBC News InvestigationsBBC/Ben Lack/Getty ImagesWhen a judge dismissed an appeal...

Italian citizenship referendum void after low turnout

Italian citizenship referendum void after low turnout2 days agoLaura GozziBBC NewsGetty ImagesA referendum in Italy on easing citizenship rules and enhancing workers' rights has been declared...

We quit our jobs, sold our home and spent 10 years fighting for truth over daughter's death

We quit our jobs, sold our home twice and spent 10 years fighting for the truth11 hours agoJames Melley and Alison HoltBBC News, Social AffairsFamily handoutWarning: This article contains upsetting...

Italian citizenship referendum void after low turnout

Italian citizenship referendum void after low turnout35 minutes agoLaura GozziBBC NewsGetty ImagesA referendum in Italy on easing citizenship rules and enhancing workers' rights has been declared...

Hopes of closure fade as police wrap up Madeleine McCann search

Hopes of closure fade as police wrap up Madeleine McCann search 2 days agoDaniel SandfordUK correspondentReporting fromAlgarve, PortugalPA MediaFrom the moment I arrived in Praia da Luz on Monday the...

Polo-loving drug lord's double life catches up with him

Polo-loving drug lord's double life catches up with him1 hour agoSajid Iqbal & Ashitha NageshBBC NewsBBCOn the surface, Muhammed Asif Hafeez was an upstanding individual.A global businessman and...